Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
- Palatine, IL
I am a mother, interested citizen, business owner, nonprofit board member, Rotarian, youth mentor and cheerleader (not literally, yes-figuratively). I care deeply about Palatine, which is my home and where we are raising our son. When the opportunity came about to help increase engagement from our entire community on Palatine Patch, I jumped at it. Variety is one of things I love the most about our town, and I will look to bring contributors in from all over our great Village to write here on Patch from their very own perspectives.
Please note: advertorial content is not invited-but educational, informative and helpful information for our residents-is! Nonprofits, government bodies, businesses and even bloggers (just no sales pitches, please) are invited! Please email Rick Uldricks [rick.uldricks@patch.com] to get set up as a Patch contributor! Another note: if you want to make a sales pitch, contact the Patch advertising department by filling out the form at this link: https://patch.com/illinois/palatine/advertise-with-us.
Thank you!
Melanie
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Palatine|News|
Lake Arlington: Park District Begins Awareness Campaign for Safety Changes
After a death resulted from an accident between a bicyclist and walker on the pathway, the Arlington Heights Park District went to work on interim safety changes for all users at Lake Arlington.
Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Lake Arlington: Park District Begins Awareness Campaign for Safety Changes
The Arlington Heights Park District has begun their Share the Path Interim Action Plan to educate users on how to maximize safety at Lake Arlington.
Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
Palatine|News|
District 15 Parents Demonstrate Support For Early Release
After months of public debate, an arbitrator hearing Thursday will decide if students leave school early Fridays or start late during the week, so teachers may have development time.
Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Don't Miss Mane Event & Taste of Arlington Heights August 9 & 10
The end of summer celebration will be filled with lots to enjoy Friday, August 9 and Saturday, August 10.
Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
Palatine|News|
UPDATED: Palatine Police Investigating Death of Man Found in Trash Compactor
A man's body was found in a trash compactor at an apartment complex near Rohlwing Road and Northwest Highway on Tuesday night.
Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
Palatine|News|
Birdseye View at Old Ironsides, Housing Project Vote Coming and More
Check out a fantastic cross-section of our community contributors on Palatine Patch.
Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
Palatine|News|
Palatine Blotter: I-Pass Snatched, Craigslist Car Scam & Port-O-Potty Torched
This edition of the Palatine police blotter includes information supplied by police the week of June 31, 2013. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
Palatine|News|
Palatine High School Student Athlete Wins NCSA Athleadership Grant
Carsten Andersen from Palatine High School has won a National Athleadership Grant sponsored by NCSA Athletic Recruiting and the NFLPA.
Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
Palatine|News|
How to Get Out of a Sinking Car Alive
Safety tips you can follow to potentially survive being in a submerged vehicle.
Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Mane Event/Taste of Arlington Heights Spotlight: Peggy Kinnanes
The highly popular Irish Pub at 8 N. Vail Street provides a warm and inviting atmosphere Irish patrons, in addition to those who are by association.
Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
How to Get Out of a Sinking Car Alive
Safety tips you can follow to potentially survive being in a submerged vehicle.
Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
Palatine|News|
Man Charged in Palatine Home Invasion, Police Searching for 2nd Suspect
One of two suspects was in court Monday and held on $400,000 bond for a Palatine home invasion in September of 2012, according to the Daily Herald.
Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Want to Get Fit? Free Class at CrossFit Arlington Heights / Elite Athletic Development
Free classes are available Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 9 a.m.
Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
Palatine|News|
Obituary: Edythe M. Bentsen, 98, of Palatine
Memorial visitation for Edythe will be held on Saturday, August 3rd, 2013 from 1:00P.M. until the time of the memorial service at 4:00P.M.
Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
Palatine|News|
5 Tips to Save Money During Back to School Season
Do you have your school supply list and have you checked it twice?
Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
5 Tips to Save Money During Back to School Season
Do you have your school supply list and have you checked it twice?
Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
Palatine|News|
AUDIO: Drowning Man's 911 Call in Arlington Heights
Several calls came into Northwest Dispatch beginning at 6:58 a.m. Thursday, July 25. Victim Henry E. Laseke is heard pleading for help to come quick as his car sank in a retention pond.
Melanie Santostefano, Patch Staff
